Union Minister Somanna, Vijayendra mark PM Modi's birthday with prayers, cleanliness drives
Digital Desk | Tumakuru/Shivamogga (Karnataka), Sep 17 (IANS) Minister of State (MoS) for Jal Shakti and Railways V. Somanna and Karnataka Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President B.Y. Vijayendra on Thursday participated in various programmes to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 76th birthday and commemorate his 25 years of public service, praying for his long life and continued service to the nation. Somanna offered special prayers at the Sri Subrahmanya Temple in Tumakuru for the Prime Minister's long life and continued strength to serve the country. Later, he participated in a cleanliness drive at the Tumakuru Railway Station as part of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. He joined volunteers and personally took up a broom to sweep the railway station premises, highlighting the importance of cleanliness. Schoolchildren warmly welcomed MoS Somanna at the railway station by showering flowers. The union Minister expressed happiness over the affectionate welcome extended by the children. Meanwhile, Vijayendra offered special prayers at the Sri Huchhurayaswamy Temple in Shikaripura on the occasion of PM Modi's birthday. He said PM Modi had been serving the country with a spirit of dedication for the past 25 years and was working tirelessly as the Pradhan Sevak towards fulfilling the vision of a developed India by 2047. Vijayendra added that PM Modi began his public service journey as the Gujarat Chief Minister in 2001 and became the country's Prime Minister in 2014. He said that PM Modi would complete 25 years in public service on October 7, 2026, marking 25 years since he assumed office as the Gujarat Chief Minister. Vijayendra prayed for PM Modi's long life, good health and continued strength to serve the people of the country. He said that ensuring justice for the most disadvantaged sections of society and making government welfare schemes accessible to all were among PM Modi's key objectives. He said the month-long Seva Sankalp Abhiyan programme would begin on Thursday as desired by BJP President Nitin Nabin. The BJP has announced the nationwide campaign from September 17 to October 17 to mark PM Modi's 25 years in public service. Vijayendra said that BJP workers would organise programmes at booths across all 224 Assembly constituencies in Karnataka. The BJP workers would also light lamps with members of the public at 7 p.m. and pray for PM Modi's long life and greater strength to serve the nation. He urged BJP workers to take the message of PM Modi's various welfare initiatives and vision to every household. Mandal President Hanumanthappa, City President Raghavendra S.S., Mandal Yuva Morcha President Veeranagowda, Mandal Mahila Morcha President Rekha Rajshekhar and party leaders K.S. Gurumurthy, Vasanthgowda, Channaveerappa, Ramanaik, D.L. Basavaraj, Palakshappa, Sachin and Girish Dharwad, among others, were present.
Karnataka Government Declares 23 More Taluks Drought-Affected, Total Rises to 124
Karnatakas drought-affected taluks increase to 124 as government assesses conditions and implements measures for farmers. Karnataka Government Declares 23 More Taluks Drought-Affected, Total Rises to 124
Karnataka Chief Minister Offers Prayers at Gangapur Datta Temple for Rain and Prosperity
CM D.K. Shivakumar prays at Gangapur Temple, seeking rain and prosperity for Karnataka amid ongoing drought concerns. Karnataka Chief Minister Offers Prayers at Gangapur Datta Temple for Rain and Prosperity
Delimitation Bill is adverse to South Indian States, including Karnataka: Minister Narendra Swamy
100-week Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan to begin with nationwide Rashtriya Sankalp Samaroh tomorrow
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) The Department of Youth Affairs will launch on Friday a 100-week nationwide Youth Pledge and Signature Campaign to mobilise support for a collective commitment for a Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat through awareness and community-led activities, an official said. The Department of Youth Affairs, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, through Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) and the National Service Scheme (NSS), will commence the Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan with the Rashtriya Sankalp Samaroh, said the official in a statement. The Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 2 through a virtual address to spiritual organisations, industry associations, NGOs and university associations. The campaign is structured around four pillars Prevent, Protect, Recover and Lead. Since its launch, the initiative has recorded participation from over 30,200 locations, more than 2.5 crore viewership and over 1 crore pledges. As part of the opening phase, the Rashtriya Sankalp Samaroh will be organised by NSS from September 18 across 300 identified locations. The participating network comprises educational institutions located across States and Union Territories and includes colleges, universities and other institutions identified through NSS Regional Directorates, the statement said. The identified institutions include, among others, institutions in Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Delhi, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Bihar, Maharashtra and Kerala. The first Sunday of the 100-week Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan will be observed on September 20, with activities being organised across 485 MY Bharat units, including MY Bharat District Offices and Youth Hostels. The Rashtriya Sankalp Samaroh will centre on a collective Youth Pledge and Signature Campaign, complemented by thematic street plays, slogan writing and youth-led discussions. These activities will provide young people with platforms to participate in awareness-building and reaffirm their collective commitment towards a Nasha Mukt Bharat. The opening of the 100 Weeks Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan will be followed by a structured 12-week activity calendar from September to December 2026, with three thematic phases My Health, My Pride, Fit Youth, Addiction-Free Youth and Life Skills Month, said the statement. The programme will feature health check-up and BMI camps, meditation and wellness sessions, health walks and runs, Yuva Melas, yoga sessions, traditional sports, mini marathons, cyclothons, sports leagues, decision-making workshops, discussions on peer pressure, problem-solving activities and youth-led role plays and street plays, said the statement. Under the NSS component, activities will subsequently be conducted on Fridays and Saturdays, with 200 locations planned for each of the following 11 weeks, taking the projected NSS coverage to 2,500 events during the 12-week period, it said. MY Bharat will undertake weekly activities across its designated units, with the implementation plan providing for 3,235 MY Bharat unit-level activities during the period, it said.
Karnataka High Court lays down norms for authorities to monitor PG accommodations in Bengaluru
GBA tells court that nearly 50% of the 5,000 PGs in citys East zone are illegal
Karnataka woos investors at Semicon India; Euler Motors among firms in talks
With Samsung Electronics already operating research and development facilities in Karnataka and having a presence in the semiconductor sector, Patil said the state had proposed that the company consider setting up manufacturing operations in Karnataka.
Article 371(J) has given wings to dreams of Kalyana Karnataka youth: Khandre
Kalyana Karnataka development a priority, says Tangadagi
Kalyana Karnataka development a priority, says Tangadagi
Vande Mataram row deepens as leaders clash over full rendition
Bengaluru: The dispute over the singing of Vande Mataram at government and public programmes has escalated in Karnataka, with Kannada and Culture Minister Shivaraj Tangadagi warning that action would be initiated against those who sing more than two stanzas. The ministers warning comes days after the complete version of the song was reportedly sung at Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Article 371(J) has opened new opportunities for Kalyana Karnataka: Raghumurthy
Case over allegations of Keralam CMs second marriage: city police start investigation
The FIR cites multiple charges, including forgery and defamation, as authorities try to verify the authenticity of documents related to the supposed marriage, which is claimed to have occurred in Karnataka in 2012.
Chief Minister launches 1,917 crore worth of development works for Kalyana Karnataka
Kalaburagi accounted for the highest share, with 223 works worth 1,105.63 crore, followed by Koppal with 293 works worth 258.03 crore, and Raichur with 213 works worth 184.21 crore
Banks to offer financial respite to farmers in 101 drought-hit taluks in Karnataka
SLBC asks banks to kick off the relief measures by October 11, 2026, and complete implementation by January 9, 2027
Karnataka: Nikhil Kumaraswamy to contest from Ramanagara again in 2028
After interacting with JD(S) workers in Ramanagara, Nikhil, 38, said he had faith in the people of the constituency and would work to strengthen the party organisation. He said he wanted to see the JD(S) win all four assembly seats in the district.
NIT-Karnataka student dies after jumping from fifth floor of hostel building
The final year undergraduate student of the Department of Mining Engineering was taken to a nearby hospital, but doctors declared him dead upon arrival.
Baby Care Quick-Commerce Startup Kiddo, Raises Pre-seed Round of 12.5 Cr Led by Campus Fund
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KGF star Yash, one of the biggest pan Indian stars today, didnt grow up rich or even affluent. His father was a driver for the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation, as per reports. In an interview, the actor once opened up about his modest upbringing and shared some invaluable lessons his parents taught him when he was a kid that he follows to this day.
Karnataka Explores Sharjahs Elevated Pod System For Hampi, Hill Stations And Tourist Spots
Woman rescued after sexual assault ordeal in Karnataka
Yadgir: A 22-year-old woman was rescued with the help of emergency police personnel after allegedly facing repeated sexual assaults, threats and illegal confinement at multiple locations in Karnataka. Six people, including two railway police personnel, have been booked in connection with the allegations. The case came to light after a fellow passenger noticed the woman Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
NRLM Karnataka Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 34 Office Assistant, Block Manager and More Posts
NRLM Karnataka has released the new notification for the recruitment of Multiple Positions New Vacancy 2026 for 34 Posts. Eligible candidates can apply online from 28-08-2026 to 24-09-2026.
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], September 17: With the UK's September 2026 - 2027 intake under way, Unlimit Mobile - the international connectivity brand operated by Zetexa Global, an India-based travel ancillary and licensed telecom infrastructure company - is offering Indian students a UK mobile number that is purchased, verified and activated before they leave India, removing one of the most common friction points in the first week abroad.
ED raids multiple states in Ranchi RSS office attack money laundering probe
Digital Desk | Ranchi, Sep 17 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday carried out raids in several states in connection with its probe into the petrol bomb attack on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) office in Ranchi in June this year. The agency conducted simultaneous searches at four locations in Delhi, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Karnataka to investigate suspected money laundering and financial transactions linked to the case. According to officials, the action is connected to a case registered by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). ED teams searched premises associated with suspects at multiple locations. During the raids, investigators examined documents, digital devices, and evidence related to allegedly suspicious financial transactions. The agency is looking into whether illegal funding or money laundering channels were used in planning or executing the attack. The attack took place on the night of June 16, when petrol bombs were hurled at the RSS provincial headquarters located in Ranchi's Nivaranpur area. The NIA has registered the case under RC-01/2026/NIA/RNC. In the initial phase of the investigation, Ranchi police arrested three suspects. The NIA later took over the probe and began examining the alleged conspiracy behind the attack, the network of the accused, and possible interstate links. In July, the agency said it was expanding the investigation by examining other individuals connected to the case as well as digital devices seized during the probe. Investigators have also flagged the possibility of international links. Based on the questioning of the accused, various investigative reports have referred to alleged contacts with handlers based in Pakistan and other individuals. However, officials have stressed that these claims can only be conclusively established after the investigation is completed. The NIA had earlier conducted search operations in several states in connection with the case. Earlier this month, the agency carried out raids in Patna and reportedly recovered cash worth several lakh rupees. With the ED's latest action, the focus of the investigation has expanded to include the suspected financial network and funding sources that may have supported the attack.
Many of the teachers employed in private colleges had resigned after their selection, and have been jobless since then
Many of the teachers employed in private colleges had resigned after their selection, and have been jobless since then
Father Muller Medical College Hospital Observes World Patient Safety Day
Father Muller Medical College Hospital Observes World Patient Safety Day Mangaluru, September 17, 2026: Father Muller Medical College Hospital observed World Patient Safety Day on September 17 with an awareness programme highlighting the importance of safe and continuous care for patients living with non-communicable diseases (NCDs). The programme was organised by the Quality Department as [] The post Father Muller Medical College Hospital Observes World Patient Safety Day appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Eight labourers injured in Srinagar road accident
Eight labourers injured in Srinagar road accident Srinagar: Eight labourers were injured when a vehicle collided with an electric pole in J&Ks Srinagar on Thursday, officials said. Officials said that the incident occurred in the Pirbagh area on the outskirts of Srinagar city. Three injured people were reported to be in critical condition. Reports said [] The post Eight labourers injured in Srinagar road accident appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Wild elephants cause scare in Belagavi district, villagers complain of damage to crops
Villagers and officials have spotted at least nine elephants
Ranchi RSS Office Petrol Bomb Attack: ED Raids Across 4 States, Probes Money Trail
The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches across Delhi, Bihar, Jharkhand and Karnataka in connection with the June petrol bomb attack on the RSS office in Ranchi.The probe is linked to an NIA case, with investigators examining the alleged financial links to the network associated with Pakistan-based terrorist Shahzad Bhatti. The ED is now tracing the suspected money trail and examining whether funds were used to facilitate the attack.The searches come a day after the Union Home Ministry designated the Shahzad Bhatti Network as a terrorist organisation under UAPA.
Veteran actor Anant Nag received the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2024. He dedicated this significant national honour to the people of Karnataka. Nag credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for improving the award selection process. The actor expressed surprise at receiving this esteemed recognition after a long career. The award ceremony is scheduled for September 22, 2026, in Kevadia, Gujarat.
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Rajasthani womans abduction: 3 arrested, one woman critical, says Bengaluru DCP Bengaluru: Three persons have been arrested in connection with the alleged kidnapping of a 21-year-old married woman from her residence in Agrahara Dasarahalli, while police are investigating the involvement of a fourth person, DCP West Bengaluru, Yathish N. said on Thursday. Addressing the media, [] The post Rajasthani womans abduction: 3 arrested, one woman critical, says Bengaluru DCP appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
21-year-old woman found dead in lodge at Doddaballapur, police suspect husband
The deceased had checked into the lodge in Bengaluru Rural district with her husband on September 15
Umar Khalid remarks: Congress always supported forces against country, interests, alleges BJP
Digital Desk | Hubballi (Karnataka), Sep 17 (IANS) Former Karnataka Chief Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party MP Basavaraj Bommai alleged that the Congress has consistently supported and encouraged forces that are against the country and its interests. Reacting in Hubballi to recent remarks by Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president B.K. Hariprasad in support of jailed activist Umar Khalid, Bommai on Wednesday alleged that the Congress was engaging in vote-bank politics by supporting those whom he described as anti-national. Bommai also alleged that the Congress had earlier attempted to portray the Mumbai terror attacks as saffron terror and had taken positions favouring Pakistan, which, he claimed, were detrimental to the country's interests. Referring to Hariprasad's remarks on Umar Khalid, Bommai alleged that supporting a person who is in jail amounted to supporting anti-national elements. Umar Khalid himself says that he is not a nationalist or a nationalistic person. He has carried out anti-India activities and is now in jail. By supporting such people, Congress is engaging in vote-bank politics, Bommai alleged. He further alleged that the Congress of the present day was different from the party that led the freedom movement, describing it as fake Congress and alleging that its leaders lacked concern for the country's interests and culture. Bommai alleged that Congress leaders were joining hands with foreign forces and elements opposed to the country, and said Hariprasad's statement had once again established this. He accused Congress leaders of showing their true colours by standing in support of those he described as anti-national and termed it shameful and condemnable. Bommai also demanded strict legal action against those who support anti-national forces. The Congress in Karnataka on Tuesday described jailed activist Umar Khalid as a nationalist and referred to his detractors as those with no morals and ethics, jumping right into the centre of a raging debate within the larger student community. Umar Khalid is a nationalist, and ABVP (Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarathi Parishad) has no right to speak on Umar Khalid because ABVP adores Nathuram Godsewho was an anti-national and the first terrorist of the country. They have no moral right or moral ethics to speak on Umar Khalid, Hariprasad told reporters on Tuesday in Bengaluru.
Anant Nag Credits Karnataka For Dadasaheb Phalke Award
Anant Nag has dedicated the Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2024 to the people and unique cultural environment of Karnataka, crediting the state for his unparalleled success in both art and commercial films.
Bengaluru horror: Nurse chased, attacked with machete by husband; acid thrown
Sahyadri College to Host ELECTROTHON 2026, a 24-Hour Hackathon on Industrial IoT and Safety
Sahyadri College to Host ELECTROTHON 2026, a 24-Hour Hackathon on Industrial IoT and Safety Mangaluru: The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), Sahyadri College of Engineering and Management, Mangaluru, in association with the IETE Student Forum, will organise ELECTROTHON 2026, a 24-hour hackathon, from September 18 to 19, 2026, on the college campus. The [] The post Sahyadri College to Host ELECTROTHON 2026, a 24-Hour Hackathon on Industrial IoT and Safety appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Bellevision Bahrain Marks Monti Fest with Devotion, Warmth and Community Spirit
Bellevision Bahrain Marks Monti Fest with Devotion, Warmth and Community Spirit Bahrain: Bellevision Bahrain, under the leadership of President Ivan Sequeira and the guidance of its dedicated committee members, celebrated the Nativity Feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary, popularly known as Monti Fest, with deep faith and joyful fellowship at Naatipuram Restaurant on September 10, [] The post Bellevision Bahrain Marks Monti Fest with Devotion, Warmth and Community Spirit appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Shivakumar urges Kalyan Karnataka to remember Congress leaders' role in Article 371J
Digital Desk | Kalaburagi (Karnataka), Sep 17 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Thursday urged the people of Kalyan Karnataka to remember the contributions of former Congress president Sonia Gandhi and AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge in securing Article 371J, which provides special constitutional status and benefits to the region. Addressing the Kalyan Karnataka Utsav in Kalaburagi on Kalyan Karnataka Liberation Day, Shivakumar said Article 371J had opened new opportunities for the people of the region in education and employment. People of Kalyan Karnataka should not forget Mallikarjun Kharge, who worked to build the lives of the people of this region, he said. He recalled the contributions of Sonia Gandhi, former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Kharge in bringing Article 371J into effect. According to Shivakumar, Sonia Gandhi ensured the support of 404 Lok Sabha members for the constitutional amendment. He said the real objective of Article 371J was to ensure that every family could have at least one government employee, every village could have a doctor, and villages could have engineers. Young people of this region are building their lives because of Article 371J. This is the dream of 371J, and the Congress party has made this dream a reality, Shivakumar said. He said the region had received around Rs 25,000 crore in special grants over the last 12 years, of which Rs 14,000 crore had already been spent. As many as 41,103 works had been taken up, with 32,985 completed and 8,118 at various stages of implementation. He said 79,383 youths had so far secured employment under the provisions and that the government was currently undertaking recruitment to 72,000 posts, of which 32,000 would be available to people from the region. The Chief Minister said the Congress governments had played a role in the development of Kalyan Karnataka and recalled the establishment of the Hyderabad-Karnataka Development Board in 1990 based on a report by former Chief Minister Dharam Singh. He also highlighted the contribution of Kharge to the region's railway and healthcare infrastructure, including the Gulbarga-Wadi and Bidar-Gulbarga railway lines and the development of a major ESI hospital. Kalyan Karnataka is emerging as a healthcare hub, he said, adding that super-speciality hospitals were being established in Yadgir, Koppal and Bidar. He said Rs 423 crore was being spent on strengthening facilities including the Indira Gandhi Mother and Child Hospital, Kidwai and Jayadeva hospitals. Shivakumar said the government had made the welfare and development of Kalyan Karnataka a priority. Every step may be small, but the thought should be big. Development is not merely the construction of buildings; the peaceful life of the last person should be the measure of development, he said. He said the government was working to take administration to people's doorsteps through the Praja Seva campaign, with ministers, legislators and officials holding programmes at district, taluk and hobli levels on the second and fourth Saturdays. He also said 10,000 Bharat Jodo Yuva Sanghas were being established to develop leadership qualities among young people and provide opportunities in sports, art and music. On infrastructure, Shivakumar said the government had launched the Kalyanapatha scheme to improve roads in the region. Around Rs 1,000 crore had been allocated for developing 1,150 km of rural roads across 38 Assembly constituencies, with Rs 120 crore earmarked for each constituency. He said a special Cabinet meeting held in Kalaburagi had cleared projects worth Rs 11,770 crore and that the government had set a target of constructing 350 KPS schools. The government had also provided more than 10,000 medical and over 31,000 engineering admission opportunities to students from the region through Article 371J, he said.
Manipur Tops Hill, Northeastern States In NITI Aayog
Manipur has been recognised as the best-performing state among the hilly and northeastern states under the India Electric Mobility Index (IEMI) 2025 released by NITI Aayog, marking a significant achievement in the states efforts to promote electric vehicles and sustainable transportation. In the open category, Delhi topped the index, followed by Maharashtra, Karnataka and Chandigarh.... The post Manipur Tops Hill, Northeastern States In NITI Aayogs Electric Mobility Index first appeared on Northeast Today .
Sports City, IT park, CCTV camera network among projects for Kalyana Karnataka: CM
Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar unveils development plans after hoisting national flag at Kalyana Karnataka Utsav in Kalaburagi to mark the end of the Nizams rule, and the regions integration with the Indian Union in 1948
Retired soldier, daughter hacked to death over property dispute in Karnataka
Karnataka UGNEET 2026: KEA Releases Second Round Final Seat Allotment Result
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has announced the UGNEET 2026 second round final seat allotment results for candidates seeking admission to MBBS and BDS programmes. The final allotment was published on September 16, 2026, at 2 PM, following the review of
HARTING India at ELECTRONICA 2026, BIEC Bangalore
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], September 17: HARTING India, a global leader in industrial connectivity solutions, is proud to announce its participation in Electronica India 2026, taking place from 16-18 September 2026 at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), Bengaluru. Visitors can meet HARTING at Hall 5, Booth C91, where the company will showcase its latest connectivity technologies designed to accelerate the future of automation, transportation, energy, and digital transformation.
Gadag Pourakarmika Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Offline for 154 Posts
The Office of the Deputy Commissioner, District Urban Development Cell, Gadag, Karnataka, has released a notification for the recruitment of Pourakarmika (Municipal Sanitation Worker) posts on a direct-payment (honorarium) basis in Gadag-Betageri City Municipal Council. A total of 154 vacancies are available, including 15 posts reserved for eligible legal heirs under the Manual Scavengers Act. Candidates who can speak Kannada and are aged between 18 and 50 years are eligible to apply, with no formal educational qualification required. Applications must be submitted offline from 29.08.2026 to 30.09.2026 through the concerned local body along with the prescribed fee. Priority will be given to candidates having previous work experience as Pourakarmika, Loader, UGD Helper, or Cleaner in local bodies within the district.
North Karnataka associations seek second capital, international airport
The Federation of North Karnataka Associations has urged the State Government to designate a city in the region as the second capital of Karnataka, and also establish an international airport
Delhi retains top spot in India Electric Mobility Index 2025 with score of 84
Charging Infrastructure Readiness shows relatively stronger performance, with Karnataka recording the highest score nationally at 97 and six states and Union Territories emerging as Top Performers
Heavy rain likely in parts of TN; Chennai among 16 districts on alert
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 17 (IANS) The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has forecast rain across Tamil Nadu on Thursday, with Chennai, Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu and Kancheepuram among 16 districts likely to receive moderate showers accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds. According to the RMC, a trough extends at about 0.9 km above mean sea level from north interior Karnataka to the Gulf of Mannar through south interior Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. An upper-air circulation also persists over coastal Andhra Pradesh and adjoining Rayalaseema at about 1.5 km above sea level. Heavy rain is likely at isolated places in the Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Karur, Tiruchirappalli, Perambalur, Ariyalur and Thanjavur districts on Thursday. Thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds reaching speeds of 40 to 50 kmph may accompany the rainfall. Moderate rain is expected at a few places across other Western Ghats districts and in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, Ranipet, Vellore, Tirupattur, Salem, Tiruppur, Erode, Krishnagiri, Dharmapuri, Namakkal, Kallakurichi, Madurai and Sivaganga. Light rain may occur elsewhere in Tamil Nadu and in Puducherry. On Friday, isolated heavy rain is forecast in the Nilgiris and Coimbatore districts. The rainfall activity is expected to intensify in parts of northern Tamil Nadu on Saturday, with heavy showers possible in 11 districts, including Tiruvallur, Vellore, Ranipet, Tirupattur, Tiruvannamalai, Salem, Dharmapuri and Krishnagiri. Heavy rain may shift to parts of western, central and southern Tamil Nadu on Sunday. The Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Dindigul, Theni, Madurai, Sivaganga, Salem, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri, Pudukkottai and Tiruchirappalli are among the districts likely to be affected. Light to moderate rain may continue across the state until Tuesday. Chennai and its suburbs will experience partly cloudy conditions on Thursday. Light to moderate rain with thunderstorms is likely in some areas during the evening or night. The maximum temperature is expected to remain between 35 and 36 degrees Celsius, while the minimum may range from 27 to 28 degrees Celsius. Fishermen have been advised not to venture into parts of the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea until Sunday, as winds could reach 65 kmph. No warning has been issued for the Tamil Nadu coast or the Arabian Sea.
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After Four Decades, Cricket Set to Return to Srinagar
Srinagar could soon witness its biggest cricket event in nearly four decades. The Sher-i-Kashmir Stadium is expected to host the Irani Cup from October 1 to 5, with reigning Ranji Trophy champions Jammu and Kashmir taking on the Rest of India. If the venue is formally confirmed by the BCCI, it will be the most significant cricket match in Kashmir since India played Australia at the same ground on September 9, 1986. For a place where cricket has a history far more complicated than the simple scorecard suggests, the proposed match carries unusual significance. The Sher-i-Kashmir Stadium has hosted only two ODIs. The first was on October 13, 1983, when the newly crowned World Cup champions India faced the West Indies. The second came nearly three years later, against Australia in 1986, when India lost by three wickets. The 1983 match, however, became famous for reasons beyond cricket. The Indian team was booed by sections of the crowd, while the West Indies received strong support. The match was also disrupted when the pitch was dug up, forcing the game to be curtailed. The West Indies eventually won the rain-affected contest. That episode left a lasting impression and was followed by a long absence of major cricket from the Valley. The stadium itself also went through a difficult period. It was occupied by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) for 18 years, during a period when Srinagar was affected by considerable militant violence. The CRPF eventually vacated the venue in 2007, after which the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association planned its renovation. First-class cricket resumed at the stadium in 2009, but regular major cricket did not return to the venue. Even the stadium witnessed political rallies, rather than cricket. Four decades later, the circumstances are very different. The proposed Irani Cup comes at a particularly important moment for Jammu and Kashmir cricket. The team has just achieved the biggest success in its history by winning the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy, defeating Karnataka in the final based on a first-innings lead. The triumph was the culmination of years of gradual progress. Jammu and Kashmir had often shown flashes of potential but had remained on the fringes of Indian domestic cricket. The Ranji Trophy title changed that status dramatically. The teams success has also produced players capable of attracting national attention. Auqib Nabi Dar, the fast bowler from Baramulla, was the outstanding performer of the championship season, finishing with 60 wickets at an average of 12.56. He took 5 for 54 in the first innings of the final against Karnataka and has since been included in Indias Test squad. For Jammu and Kashmir, the Irani Cup would be much more than another first-class fixture. It would bring the national domestic game to Srinagar at a time when the state team is at the summit of Indian cricket. The Rest of India also gives the contest considerable stature. It is the most successful side in Irani Cup history, having won the competition 30 times, with Mumbai next on 15 titles. Interestingly, cricket has already made a partial return to Srinagar. In 2024, Legends League Cricket staged matches at Bakshi Stadium, a football ground that was temporarily converted into a cricket venue. The tournament brought several well-known former international players to the Valley and gave a new generation of local spectators an opportunity to watch recognised cricket names in their own city. But the Irani Cup would be different. It would be a major official domestic fixture involving the reigning Ranji Trophy champions, played at the historic Sher-i-Kashmir Stadium. The transformation has been gradual rather than sudden. Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association, formed in 1959-60, spent decades trying to establish itself in the national domestic structure. The team won its first Ranji Trophy match only in the 1982-83 season, more than two decades after gaining association status. There were occasional breakthroughs, but sustained success remained elusive. The recent generation has changed that narrative. Players from the region have begun to make their presence felt in the IPL and at the national level. Parvez Rasool became the first male cricketer from Jammu and Kashmir to represent India in an ODI, while Auqib Nabis emergence has provided another example of the talent coming through the region. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The Irani Cup match would allow a new generation of Kashmiri cricket followers to watch a major domestic contest in a historic venue. In 2026, the hope is that the focus can be where it belongs on the players, the contest and the cricket.
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I am to blame for lack of women ministers in Karnataka Cabinet, says Surjewala - Deccan Herald
Congress Leader Surjewala Defends Minister Jarkiholi Amid ED Actions
Randeep Surjewala criticizes ED actions against Congress leaders and takes responsibility for the lack of women ministers in Karnataka. Congress Leader Surjewala Defends Minister Jarkiholi Amid ED Actions
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